Josh Etheridge, co-owner of a Louisiana broadband firm, warns that delays in the BEAD program are crippling rural infrastructure progress. His company, ready since January, has laid off workers and halted projects. Etheridge urges federal action, saying communities and jobs hang in the balance while bureaucratic slowdowns stall critical broadband deployment.
Telefónica Tech has partnered with SpyCloud to boost cyber intelligence services, using real-time detection of stolen credentials to prevent identity-based attacks. This move strengthens Telefónica’s ability to help businesses defend against threats like ransomware and digital fraud through proactive monitoring and early threat identification.
DIDWW has expanded its number porting coverage in Slovenia, aligning with their mission to enhance global phone number porting options. Businesses using Slovenian DID phone numbers can now enjoy a seamless transition to DIDWW, benefiting from two-way VoIP trunking services.
GigaIO has unveiled the Gryf system, a compact AI supercomputer ideal for edge deployments across sectors like defense and healthcare. This groundbreaking portable powerhouse enhances real-time data processing, making it indispensable for critical operations.
The Philippines introduces VITRO Sta. Rosa, the first GPU-powered, AI-focused hyperscale data center, marking its digital infrastructure leap. Offering GPU as a Service, VSR supports AI-driven transformation, attracting tech enterprises with its robust, secure services.
Octopus Group is set to disrupt the UK mobile market by launching a MVNO through its telecom investment branch, Fern Trading. Targeting telecom giants like EE, Virgin Media O2, Vodafone, and Three, Octopus aims to enhance its telecommunications portfolio.
Virgin Media O2 has cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 56 percent since 2020 and expanded its electric vehicle fleet. Progress includes major energy savings, renewable electricity use, and reductions in packaging waste, all part of its push toward net zero emissions.
The UK government is pioneering a ban on ‘SIM farms’ to combat rising fraud and scams. SIM farms are hubs for multiple SIM cards enabling mass messaging for fraudulent activities. This legislative action targets the method, disrupting major fraud operations and safeguarding the public.
The UK Biomass satellite is a game-changer in satellite technology, poised to map Earth’s forests in 3D for the first time. With its innovative P-band radar, Biomass surpasses past limitations by penetrating clouds and foliage.
Stonepeak is making waves in AI infrastructure with Montera, a hyperscale data center platform in North America. With $1.5 billion invested, Stonepeak addresses increasing cloud and AI demands. These centers, strategically placed in Tier I and Tier II areas, promise rapid deployment and significant power capabilities.
